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Paul McMenemy introduced Helen Jowett, our speaker. They have known each other since they were kids. Their families are from across the pond. Helen recalls that Paul did unspeakable things to her Barbie Doll collection. And he's going to be our President? Helen has a laudable history of community service and involvement. She has been a multiplicity of boards ....on the Regional Prosperity Council, Cambridge and Kitchener Chamber's of commerce etc. She and Joel Doherty are supporting the 'Build Now' movement. She is here to talk about the housing issues. She said that some of the challenges come from government interference. There are many levels of government, often in conflict with each other. The Condo market is stalled. This region is losing working families to other communities with more accessible and affordable housing. The influx of foreign studies has made things worse. The rental system is broken. There are no easy answers. Helen was thanked by Paul Cody. Paul McMenemy said that changing partners may require a new set of golf clubs. Among other things. Hey Folks, this is the infamous Two Four Weekend. Bring on the Blackflies and rain! Rena said there are Fireworks in New Dundee and an all weekend Halal Food Fair at the Gaslight District. Come to hear Neil at the GCC next Thursday. Remember: Optimists Build Planes Pessimists build Parachutes We need both. |
